Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERV) News & Trends

Powered Aire Launches An Auto-PILOT Feature For Air Curtains To Provide A Better Usage Experience

The Auto-PILOT features a user-friendly touchpad that provides aesthetic flexibility by negating the need for unsightly controls, and by fitting into a regular electrical wall-mount outlet it allows for convenient installation at any chosen location. The Auto-PILOT is factory programmed to implement the following air curtain options and operations: Activation Fan On/Off/Auto Speed Control Heat On/Off/Auto Space Heater Operation Thermostat Set Point Time Delay Time Schedule Operation...

Panasonic Provides Extra Love2shop Rewards On The R32 PACi Range As A Part Of Their Summer Promotional Scheme

This summer, Panasonic are providing extra Love2shop rewards on the R32 PACi range purchased throughout July, August and September 2019. Plus, that’s not all, installers will also receive Panasonic Premier Reward points for all purchases and redeem them against more Love2Shop rewards. Tony Nielsen, Marketing Manager for Panasonic UK, explains: “We are well known for running promotions in the Summer – and this year is no exception. We’ve put together an enviable package o...

Schneider Electric Announces Nomination For Operation And Performance Award At The 2019 Railway Industry Innovation Awards

Schneider Electric, the provider in digital transformation of energy management and automation has been shortlisted for the award for best breakthrough in operations and performance at the Railway Industry Innovation Awards. Nominated for its Compact PSP - a product enabling customers to completely rethink how they approach signaling systems, Schneider Electric’s commitment to ensuring safety, security and reliability of rail networks has been recognized with this nomination. Signaling s...

General Filter Launches Filter Pockets To Improve Technical Performance Of The Classic Fiberglass Products

General Filter launches a line of filter pockets in synthetic nano fibers that substantially improve the technical performance of the classic fiberglass products. In recent years the development of nanotechnology has achieved remarkable results in many industrial applications, such as the chemical, pharmaceutical, electronics, medicine, construction, sport sectors, and they are now also used to enhance the performance of synthetic filters. Obtaining satisfactory results The amazing properties...

AHRI Submits Comments To The USTR, Opposing The Fourth Round Of Section 301 Tariffs On Chinese Imports

The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) announced that it has submitted comments to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), in opposition to a fourth round of Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports The comments, which were in response to a May 17 Federal Register notice, echoed AHRI’s previous opposing comments (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3), re-emphasizing that the tariffs limit member company access to...

Greenheck Announces Inverter Compressors On Select DOAS Units

Greenheck Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) now feature inverter compressors on select RV and RVE models offering 5 to 30 tons PDX cooling capacity. New models RV-110 and RVE-180, which can provide 30 tons to 70 tons of cooling, also accommodate inverter compressors. Inverter compressors provide precise temperature and humidity control and operate at reduced sound levels. They also help save energy by improving part-load efficiency. Inverter compressors typically achieve 15%-20% higher IEER...

Evoteq Partners With Johnson Controls To Introduce Integrated Artificial Intelligence Platform To Create Smart Buildings And Districts

Evoteq, the Middle East’s foremost digital transformation catalyst, has announced that it will be introducing the UAE and region’s first integrated Artificial Intelligence Platform PaaS-based (Platform as a Service), which will digitally transform offices and operations into streamlined, sustainable, next-generation workplaces. The first project that will be pioneered with this technology is Bee’ah’s fully AI-integrated office of the future in Sharjah. Partnership To d...

Danfoss Appoints Janne Kuivalainen As The Head Of Global Product Management And Development

Danfoss is proud to present Janne Kuivalainen as its new head of Global Product Management & Development, and member of the Leadership Team in Danfoss Drives. Janne Kuivalainen has been recognized as a distinguished profile and strategist within the drives industry for years. He brings experience and insight into the new role, that has been established as part of a new strategic ambition. “I warmly welcome Janne to the team. The drives industry and the solutions that we can offer to t...

Danfoss Turbocor Oil Free Compressor Receives Endorsement As A Top Solutions For Protecting The Environment

The Danfoss Turbocor® Oil Free Compressor has received the endorsement of the Solar Impulse Foundation as one of the top 1000 solutions for protecting the environment. Already recognized as the provider of oil free, magnetic bearing compressor technology for the HVAC industry, this prestigious award further validates the Danfoss Turbocor® Oil Free Compressor as being a viable solution for reducing harmful greenhouse gas emissions while also providing economic benefits to end users throu...

Danfoss Qualifies Its DSH Scroll Compressors For Use With R454B And R452B Refrigerants

Danfoss has qualified its range of DSH scroll compressors for use with R454B and R452B refrigerants, giving OEMs ‘ultimate flexibility’ when offering alternatives to R410A. Already a popular option for commercial chillers and rooftop systems using R410A, with Intermediate Discharge Valve (IDV) technology to enhance seasonal part-load cooling efficiency, the DSH scroll compressors now support R454B and R452B refrigerants. The option to use new, lower-GWP refrigerants was prompted by...

Porex Honored With A Bronze Edison Award For Its FORTRESS Pipette Tip Filter Technology

Porex, a globally-renowned company in the field of advanced porous solutions and member of the Filtration Group, has won a Bronze Edison Award in the medical category for its FORTRESS Pipette Tip Filter. In its 32nd year, the annual Edison Awards honors the best in innovation and excellence in the development of new products and services. FORTRESS pipette tip filter The FORTRESS pipette tip filter, used in liquid handling for analytical, clinical and blood transfusion medicine markets, is a ma...

Filtration Group Corp. Expands Self-Supported Pleat Air Filters Product Line With MERV 10 AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X

Filtration Group Corporation has announced the expansion of their product line of self-supported pleat air filters with the release of the MERV 10 AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X. AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X The new AEROSTAR NOVAPLEAT X was engineered to improve indoor air quality while having an equal or better total cost of ownership compared to traditional MERV 8 pleated filters on the market currently. Its design incorporates an increased air particle removal rate that captures 2.5x more airborne irritants...

Big Ass Fans Launches Big Ass LED Bay Light To Enhance Energy Efficiency

With more LEDs than any Big Ass Light before, and a module that directs light where it’s needed, the LED Bay Light will literally transform the way one sees their space. Productivity and visual appeal a concern? The Big Ass LED Bay Light is the solution everyone has been waiting for. Durable and sleek, the LED Bay Light keeps the light bright and the heat away. Offering a variety of outputs (six lumen options ranging from 12,000 to 36,000), the LED Bay Light can brighten any space. Provi...

Schneider Electric Appoints Nico Van Der Merwe As The VP Of Home And Distribution For Business Transformation

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces the appointment of Nico van der Merwe as VP of Home and Distribution for the UK and Ireland. His role will cover the Schneider Electric Residential Channels and Distribution network and partners. For the past three years, Nico has been in charge of Schneider Electric’s Channel Development for Europe, playing a vital role in formulating and strategic transformational projects. Nico brin...

Powered Aire Creates ECo-Motor By Combining Green Technology With An Energy-Saving Product For Air Curtains

Powered Aire has harnessed the power of electrically commutated (EC) motor technology by creating the ECo-Motor. Designed specifically for air curtain applications, the ECo-Motor produces lightning-fast startup time, significant energy savings, and expansive variable speed control. By combining green technology with an energy-saving product, Powered Aire is changing the way the air movement industry designs, specifies and perceives open doors. Bringing EC motor technology to the air curtain ind...

USTR Grants Exclusion Extension For Round 1 Section 301 – AHRI Member Products Not Affected

On March 19, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) published a Federal Register notice announcing a list of products given a one-year extension on current tariff exclusions granted in this Federal Register notice, dated March 25, 2019. This batch of exclusions was the second of those announced by the USTR and part of the first round of Section 301 tariffs on $34 billion worth of products imported from China; they are set to expire on March 25, 2020...

Greenheck Launches Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems For High Percentage Of Complete Outside Air

Greenheck has expanded its line of Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) for high percentage and 100% outside air. Pre-engineered rooftop ventilator models RV-110 and RVE-180 with energy recovery offer capacities up to 18,000 cfm, up to 70 tons of cooling and 1200 mbh indirect gas-fired heating. Both models feature an upgraded controls platform with a web user interface that comes as standard. The new web user interface (UI) provides an overview graphic of the unit operation and allows the contr...

Panasonic Corp. And Systemair Collaborate On Developing Integrated HVAC&R Solutions For Commercial And Residential Sectors

Panasonic Corporation, the globally renowned company in the development of HVAC&R solutions, along with Systemair, the global specialist in ventilation and applied air conditioning technology solutions, has announced a strategic partnership to develop integrated and sustainable solutions for the commercial and residential sectors. Panasonic/Systemair collaboration The Panasonic/Systemair collaboration will leverage existing technology and expertise from both parties, setting new trends wit...

AHRI Releases Statement Regarding The Department Of Energy’s NOPR To Update The Process Rule

The following statement regarding the pre-publication release by the Department of Energy (DOE) of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Process Rule can be attributed to Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute’s (AHRI) President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Stephen Yurek. He said, “As the trade association representing manufacturers of HVACR and water heating equipment, we work closely with the Department of Energy, as it fulfills its Congressionally-mandate...

FläktGroup And Danfoss Drives Announce A Fully Certified Packaged HT Fan And VSD Solution In The UK & Europe

Fläkt Woods UK (FläktGroup), together with Danfoss drives, are the first to announce: a fully certified en12101-3: 2015 packaged HT fan and VSD solution in the UK & Europe. EN12101-3:2015 – Full Compliance delivers Safer Buildings. Full Compliance with this Enhanced Smoke and Heat control systems standard will drive increased Safety for building occupants. On the 8th April 2017, the Smoke and Heat control systems standard changed to include the option to use Frequency Conve...

Schneider Electric Launches Go Green In The City 2019 Student Contest To Reward Innovative Ideas And Solutions

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in digital transformation of energy management and automation, launches Go Green in the City 2019, its annual global student contest to find bold ideas and innovative solutions for smarter, more energy-efficient and sustainable cities. Now in its ninth year, Go Green in the City is a major event for business and engineering students worldwide. In 2018, over 24,000 young innovators from more than 3,000 universities in 163 countries took part, including 58% women....

Carrier To Exhibit Advanced Equipment And Technologies At AHR Expo 2020

Carrier will be in Atlanta from Jan. 14-16 at AHR Expo 2020, introducing its advanced equipment, software and training services in Booth B2619. The three-day show not only reinforces the latest in Carrier technology, equipment and controls, it is an opportune time to engage with customers face-to-face. Intelligent building solutions The ability to connect with customers and get in-person feedback emphasizes that together, Carrier and its customers are at the heart of intelligent buildings. Car...

Filtration Group Corporation Appoints Tim McCarty As President And Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Filtration Group Corporation has announced that Tim McCarty will assume the role of President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 2019. McCarty joined Filtration Group in 2012 as CFO and played a critical role in growing the company to more than $1.5 billion in revenue. He has been instrumental in shaping Filtration Group’s mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive. Filtration solutions expert George Nolen, CEO of Filtration Group since 2016, said, “T...

ACCA Awards Accreditation To Bob’s Heating & Air Conditioning

Recently, the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) Quality Assured (QA) program has accredited the company as a Quality Assured Contractor. This accreditation means Bob’s Heating & Air Conditioning is able to meet nationally recognized, industry-developed standards to provide excellent support of ENERGY STAR Certified Homes and Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Homes. Most importantly, this ensures the customers that the company is a professional in the field and...

Johnson Controls To Provide Energy Saving Solutions To Eight Schools Within The FSUSD, California

Johnson Controls will improve lighting infrastructure in eight schools within the Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD) in Folsom and Rancho Cordova, California. The installation of intelligent LED lighting fixtures will help modernize school infrastructure, initiate energy savings throughout the growing district and improve the environment for student and faculty performance. The installation project will take eight months according to the plan developed by FCUSD school officials and...

AHRI Makes New Appointments And Presents Awards At Its Forum

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) held its inaugural Leadership Forum November 11-13 in Tucson, Ariz., during which it elected its new officers and presented awards to industry leaders. "Without these dedicated industry leaders, AHRI would not be the recognized voice of the industry and reliable source for information," said AHRI President and CEO Stephen Yurek. "We are very grateful for their service to AHRI and the HVACR and water heating industry." New appoin...

New Côr™ Indoor And Outdoor Cameras Offer Convenience And Flexibility To Homeowners

Homeowners can now monitor their homes while away with the new Côr indoor and outdoor cameras. Compatible with Côr 5C and 7C thermostats, these easy-to-install, Wi-Fi-enabled cameras can be seamlessly integrated into the Côr Smart Home app, offering homeowners convenience and peace of mind. Furthermore, they can be added as stand-alone monitoring devices or can assimilate into the smart home system by linking notification alerts to an existing Côr thermostat schedule. C&...

AHRI Statement On House Democrats' Letter To DOE On Appliance Standards

The following statement regarding the letter released by House Democrats to Energy Secretary Rick Perry seeking information on the Department's Appliance Standards Program can be attributed to Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) President & CEO Stephen Yurek: “As the trade association representing manufacturers of HVACR and water heating equipment, we are working closely with both sides of the aisle in Congress, as well as with the White House and the Departm...

AHRI Presents Free Educational Sessions At AHR Expo

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) will host three educational sessions at the AHR Expo, taking place January 14–16, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia. The sessions are free and no pre-registration is required. AHRI Directory of Certified Product Performance — Workshop 1/15/19, 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM Convention Center Room B214 The Importance of Humidity in Modern Buildings (1 LU Hour) 1/15/2019, 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM Convention Center Room B316 Atte...

DRRSD Improves Classrooms, Earns Trane Energy Efficiency Leader Award

Trane®, a global pioneer in indoor comfort solutions, and a brand of Ingersoll Rand recognized the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District (DRRSD), with an Energy Efficiency Leader Award for a multi-year energy conservation program that improves classroom comfort and reduces district energy costs by 62 percent.      Each year, taxpayers spend about $6 billion on energy to run K-12 schools, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). These costs could be reduced by an...

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